We spent 5 days at Le Vimarn on a last minute getaway before Christmas. This was a total of two families, 4 adults and 3 children. We had two adjacent rooms and initially booked for 4 nights and then extended for a fifth. We were coming out of Pattaya so the trip was very easy, around 90 minutes door to door, including the speed boat crossing to the resort.
Overall everything about this vacation was perfect. The rooms were excellent, clean and well presented with good A/C to keep us cool in the surprising hot Thai winter. The location was superb. The beach of Ao Prao is secluded and faces west so it has fantastic sunsets - the best on Koh Samet. There are three resorts on Ao Prao, making it quiet and out of the more party side of Koh Samet, yet not as secluded as the Paradee resort. I also think the sea is a little calmer on this side making for a great time in the water. Plenty of options for water activities (but be warned if anyone tells you you can kayak around the island in 2 hours they clearly have never tried).
The resort itself was welcoming, the staff were friendly and we have absolutely no complaints. Cocktails on the beach at sunset in December really can't be beaten. For those who need it internet access in the Le Vimarn was also fine. Breakfast was great every morning and all the staff were very polite and attentive. Don't be surprised if you see a few critters at this location - we saw plenty of local wildlife including a couple of snakes, frogs, geckos and a few tokay geckos.
Next door to Le Vimarn is Limacoco - this was also a great place for food and cocktails and a more casual dining experience. The staff here were also great.
Overall if you want to be out of the party side of town (which is only 10 minutes away by taxi, so easy to visit, if you don't mind bouncing around in the back of a pickup on a pretty bumpy road) and want a slightly more secluded location, with excellent accommodation and service - I'd highly recommend Le Vimarn, yes cheaper accommodation can certainly be had on Koh Samet, but the prices is certainly worth it at Le Vimarn, given the combination of accommodation, location and great service.